So I always say I am back to blogging...then I am a total slacker. I seriously come up with something to blog about daily but then never do it. And I hate it. I have GOT TO BE BETTER! Stay on me people!
This past Monday, May 3, Chase turned 5 years old! I cannot believe it! We started the birthday “celebration” a few days early. I decided that this year I was going to get Chase a dog for his birthday because this child loves dogs. I mean he LOVES dogs. So, on Saturday after Chase’s soccer game (Chase scored his first goal EVER at this game!! I was so proud of him…soccer videos coming soon!) I dropped him off at home and headed to Sand Springs to pick up a little 9 week old black lab from a lady I found on Cragslist. Lexi and Abby went with me to get our new little pup. After we got him, he wasn’t so sure about the ride home. I don’t think he had ever been in a car before. He whined and tried to hide behind Lexi. It was pretty cute. On the way to get the pup, we stopped at Target to buy a big green bow for him. Cute idea, huh?
Chase knew I was going to get him a surprise, but he had no idea what I was going to get him. When we pulled into the driveway I honked the horn on the way down and he and everyone else came running to the car. When I first got out, Chase was kind of befuddled with the fact that I had a dog in my hands because I have told him no dogs, etc, etc. He kinda just giggled and I think he was thinking, “is this real?” Then, I finally told him that yep! It was his dog for forever and ever! He giggled and jumped with excitement. He had the sweetest expression on his face. After him and Davis played with the dog for a little bit, I gave him some names to choose from and his choice was Rooney. So Rooney it is! We have a new little family member and Chase and Rooney have been SO CUTE together. Roon basically follows Chase everywhere and is right by his side. I love it. So far, seeing their bond has been well worth the potty breaks, etc with Rooney. He is a really pretty mild mannered dog, but he hates to be left alone. He sits when petted, knows his name already, and so far we have only had 2 accidents in the house. He is a sweet little pup that loves to be loved. And he is getting plenty of it around here. I have been told that he is going to push 90 lbs when he is full grown, so he is going to be a big one! I am excited to train and watch him grow. I wouldn’t think that I would love him so much, but I already do…even at 4 in the morning! Davis loves him, although he tried kicking him the first day we had him…more than once. Turd. Now he likes to try and drag Rooney by the tail. This kid is tough, I tell ya. He also tries to pick Rooney up by his ears, and Rooney doesn’t like that too much. Chase gets up and loves Rooney every morning and tells him good night every night. I think this is going to be a good match and a good thing for the boys and me. A lot of work and money, I know, but well worth the love and bond that has already developed. Needless to say, I am excited to have a pup in our lives.
On Monday, we actually celebrated Chase’s birthday. Since I wasn’t at home when he woke up (I was at work) I covered his floor in balloons and hung a Spider-Man happy birthday sign! I think it made him feel pretty special! I was able to sneak away from work for about an hour that day to go to his class to have a little party! One of his best friends at school, Larkin, has the same birthday as Chase so her mom and I got together to celebrate. We ordered donuts from a little donut shop out here (The OK County Donut Shop) that said “Happy Birthday Chase and Larkin” with a lot of cute little starts since the students are Mrs. Nicar’s stars! That night, Chase chose to go to Burger King for his birthday dinner since they had Iron Man toys (Imagine that!) We had a yummy dinner and Chase got the Wii game Superhero Squad from Abby. We ate and then Aunt Lexi went and played in the play place with the boys for a little bit. That was pretty awesome to Chase. Then, we headed home for cake and ice cream! I was lame this year and bought a cake from Wal-Mart for his birthday..but it went with the theme of Chase getting a dog. It wasn’t the best, homemade cupcakes are definitely better. Oh well…it served it’s purpose and Chase enjoyed it! Chase got an Iron Man Watch and a cool superhero shirt from Aunt Lexi. And then of course, Rooney from me. Mom and the rest of the family got him some supplies that were needed for his pup. It turned out perfect and I think Chase had a wonderful day! I can’t believe that he is already 5 years old! Next year he will be in Kindergarten…where in the heck did the time go?!?
5 years ago, I remember being absolutely terrified when I was headed to the hospital. I had no idea what was going to happen and I can just remember being in complete and absolute fear when I was told by Dr. Nix that I was heading over to have a baby and that no, I could not go home before I headed over. I just remember my heart sinking and thinking to myself, “can I PLEASE just keep this baby in here?” I also remember turning to Carly and saying, “I mean I knew this day would come, but I never really thought it would come…” You guys know what I am talking about? It was a stressful night and day, but five years later, I can see that it is all worth it.
Chase is such a special little boy. I am thankful to have him in my life. Our heads butt quite often, but for the most part we make a good team. He loves to play Wii and computer games and to watch TV. Right now he is enjoying soccer and taekwondo. He is improving and learning a lot! He loves going to school (pre-k) and does quite well there…especially socially! He can write his own name and we are venturing into other letters and numbers to learn to write. His favorite color is green…and sometimes orange. He is one ornery child, but he is so much fun and never stops. There is never a dull moment when he is around! He is growing and growing! I can’t believe how big he is and how fast he is growing. Time really does fly fast! I am such a lucky girl to have such a wonderful little guy in my life! I love you to the moon and back Chase!
(I tried to put this pictures in order the best I could, but blogger is being weird for me...anyway...enjoy!)
Rooney's first ride home!
Happy Birthday Chase! :)
His face when he first saw what I had in my hands!
First meeting with Rooney!
Probably one of my most favorite pictures. This was after I told Chase that Rooney was his to keep for forever! His expression is priceless!
Three best buds!
The morning after we got Rooney, he was the first thing Chase went to!
Chase's first walk with Roon!
Cute pup!
Big Paws!
Rooney!
aaaannd Davis sat in a cupcake! Imagine that!
Coolest watch ever!
Make a wish!
Puppy cake!
So happy!
Lexi earned the title of coolest aunt for playing on the play place with Chase!
How did I ever get so lucky?! :)
Chase and Abby with the gift she got him!
Chase and Larkin!
Chase and Larkin's Donuts!
The big birthday boy!
Beautiful baby boy!
